Strategic / Leadership Role - PD Methodology (CPU)

We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Physical Design Specialist to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for troubleshooting critical issues, providing independent analysis, and generating data points to identify potential failures in the physical design of our semiconductor products. This role requires a deep understanding of CPU Cores physical design, EDA tools, and the ability to offer unbiased opinions and solutions to complex design challenges. The Physical Design Specialist will play a crucial role in bridging the gap between PD methodology and PD execution teams, ensuring execution excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Critical Issue Resolution:

  Identify and resolve complex physical design problems during dry runs and execution.
• Provide independent analysis and solutions to critical issues impacting design integrity and performance, including challenges specific to CPU core physical design such as timing closure, optimization, and signal integrity.

• Securing Execution Excellence:

  Ensure high standards of execution excellence by providing strategic guidance and support to the PD execution team.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of physical design processes and methodologies, ensuring optimal performance and power efficiency for CPU cores.

• Bridging Methodology and Execution:

  Act as a liaison between the PD methodology team and PD execution team to ensure seamless integration of methodologies into practical execution.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration between teams to address challenges and optimize design processes for CPU core designs.

• Data Analytics:

  Generate and analyze data points to identify potential design failures and areas for improvement.
• Use advanced tools and techniques to predict and mitigate risks, focusing on CPU core-specific issues like floorplanning, placement, and routing.

• Independent Review and Opinions:

  Conduct thorough and independent reviews of design methodologies and and flows.
• Offer unbiased opinions and recommendations based on extensive experience and expertise in CPU core physical design strategies.

• Mentorship and Guidance:

  Mentor and guide design teams on best practices and innovative solutions and share insights and knowledge to enhance team capabilities.

• Communication:

  Communicate findings and recommendations effectively to stakeholders and higher management, emphasizing CPU core design considerations.

Qualifications:

• Education:

  Ph.D. or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.

• Experience:

  Minimum of 20 years of experience in physical design, EDA tools, or related areas.
• Proven track record of driving PD methodology innovations and strategies in a leading semiconductor company.

• Technical Expertise:

  Deep understanding of physical design, EDA tools, and design optimization techniques.
• Proficiency in relevant tools and technologies.

• Publications and Patents:

  Demonstrated history of publications in reputable journals and conferences.
• Experience with filing and securing patents related to physical design and EDA tools.

• Leadership Skills:

  Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive complex projects to successful completion.

• Communication:

  Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.

• Industry Knowledge:

  In-depth knowledge of industry trends, standards, and best practices in physical design for semiconductors.